top hat

Object number
2009.16.2
Date
1892
Description
A top hat used in an Uncle Sam-type costume during the 1892 election for U.S. President. Made of felted wool with an American flag band around crown (probably made of cotton). Edge of brim and interior bound with grosgrain ribbon. Hat interior includes a printed paper label with portraits of G.O.P. candidates Benjamin Harrison and Whitelaw Reid.
Materials
wool
Credit Line
Gift of John Hattendorf
Object Type
top hats